BusinessWorld E-paper
February 23, 2026
THE BANGKO SENTRAL ng Pilipinas (BSP) may extend its easing cycle this year to provide the Philippine economy with more support as lingering un- certainty continues to test con- sumer and business confidence, analysts said.
“Against this backdrop of soft- er demand, elevated real rates, and lingering confidence issues, the door remains open for additional monetary easing,” ING Think Regional Head of Research for Asia-Pacific Deepali Bhargava said in a commentary.
